When Sadie Bingham’s life takes an unexpected turn, her children treat her to a well-earned break at Juniper Meadows, the gorgeous Cotswolds estate owned by the Travers family.
The festive season is in full swing, and Sadie throws herself into the packed Twelve Days of Christmas programme, relishing the opportunity to make new friends and new memories.
Single father Dylan Travers hasn’t been to his childhood home of Juniper Meadows for decades. Estranged from his cantankerous father Monty, he has made a happy life for himself in the States. But now with teenage children keen to know more about their roots, Dylan has brought them back to the Cotswolds to meet his family.
As Sadie and Dylan both navigate a Christmas very different from the ones they had expected it’s soon clear that, geography apart, they have a great deal in common. And as Dylan confronts his past and Sadie contemplates her future, perhaps the miracle of this Christmas will be the happily-ever-after they both deserve.
Dangerous pasts, undercover couples, and surprise babies… These sexy Navy SEALs are trained to keep cool under pressure. But they’re about to learn that desire can melt the coldest heart. Lose yourself in this steamy new boxset by USA Today bestselling author Leslie North.
In Hunted, when beautiful Leila Ortize shows up at his gun range desperate to buy a weapon, former Navy SEAL Clint Backwater feels driven to protect the terrified woman and her child…at all costs. But can his heart take it if things go wrong?
In Exposed, Navy SEAL Eric Harvey agrees to help his buddy’s journalist sister go undercover at a couples retreat. But the gorgeous Beth Williams won’t allow anything to come between her and her career …Not even the smoldering attraction growing between her and Eric.
And in Threatened, when a friend’s tragic death leaves former Navy SEAL Gage Winters caring for orphaned twins, the babies’ stunningly beautiful aunt, Kylie, offers to help. But resisting the red-hot desire Gage feels for Kylie may be more of a challenge than he can handle…
Leila faces the threat of her abusive ex-husband, who is now on parole, potentially harming her and their young son. Despite the danger, she demonstrates admirable strength, resilience, and determination. Seeking protection, she visits ex-SEAL Clint’s gun shop to purchase a firearm. While Clint recognizes her vulnerability and the need for assistance, he also feels a strong attraction to her.This story resonated deeply with me. It’s challenging to imagine being in Leila’s shoes, navigating the complexities of single motherhood while living in fear of her ex-partner. The author skillfully portrays Leila’s internal struggles, including insecurities and doubts about her worthiness, as well as her concerns about forming new relationships and trusting others. I appreciated Leila’s spirited nature and her reluctance to fully depend on Clint or rush into a romantic involvement with him.
Exposed
Beth, an investigative journalist, finds herself needing to go undercover, but her partner is on medical leave. She crosses paths with Eric, a SEAL recovering from an injury, and they share an immediate attraction. Eric agrees to pose as her fake husband for a couple’s island retreat. Despite their individual issues and insecurities, they discover they are well-suited for each other and quickly develop feelings. The mission proves perilous as Beth narrowly escapes death three times, but both she and Eric demonstrate resilience and determination. Eric ultimately comes to her rescue. It’s hard not to root for Beth and Eric as they share playful banter and flirtatious moments, making them a dynamic and appealing pair.
Threatened
Gage unexpectedly becomes the guardian of twins following the tragic death of his close ex-SEAL friend and his wife in an accident. Kylie, the twins’ aunt, enters Gage’s life determined to challenge him for custody. Having experienced profound loss early in life, Gage is resolute in his commitment to providing the best care for the twins. Meanwhile, Kylie grapples with the grief of losing her sister, her inability to conceive, and questions about why she wasn’t chosen as the twins’ guardian. As their bond deepens, Kylie faces additional turmoil when she discovers she is a target, placing the twins and Gage in danger. This emotional journey explores themes of loss, parenthood, new relationships, and self-doubt, eliciting empathy for both Gage and Kylie.
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